The pre-school bell has rung and families are planning their summer outings. There is always one fantastic summer performance series that is a big
draw for Austin parents and their kids. Every June and July, the Austin Symphony presents
Children’s Day Art Park.
This summer program, orchestrated by many volunteers, combines dance, drama, and music. It enriches and entertains young guests with the magic of the performing arts. The summer program features local kid-friendly musicians, dancers, storytellers, magicians, mimes, and crafts people.
Every Wednesday morning starting June 11th-July 30th, parents and children converge at Symphony Square from 9:30-11:30 to hear the featured entertainers of the week. Families sit in old traditional, stadium-style seating while performers entertain across the small canal on a stage in front of a tall wall. Kids jump to their feet to see the entertainer of the day, and usually stay wide-eyed and standing throughout the entire performance. Another fun activity includes an instrument demo area, where kids can see, touch and play the instruments. Just when you think the show is over, stroll on down the block to the art tent for “nickel” lemonades, arts and crafts, and face painting.
Get there early for a parking spot and a good
stone-bench seat. Pack snacks, sunscreen, and drinks. Don’t forget the cameras. The best part of Children’s Day Art Park is the cost is 50 cents and adults are free, when accompanied by a child.
For the Summer 2008 schedule and line-up go to,
www.austinsymphony.org
Symphony Square is located at 1101 Red River Street(corner of 11th and Red River).
Upcoming Events:
The Biscuit Brothers at Symphony Square
Saturday, June 7th, 7:00Kick off the summer break with a summer sing-along! The Austin Symphony Family Concert Series presents The Biscuit Brothers. Straight from "Symphony Barn", the award winning duo will perform your family favorites such as "Bingo", "This Old Man", and their theme song, "This Farm". Get the kiddos down for a good nap, the show starts at 7:00pm. Tickets are $8 per child, $12 per adult. For tickets call: (512)476.6064. Symphony Square is located at 1101 Red River.
Sunday, June 8th 11am-3pm
JCC Splash Bash!
Cool off and come to a bash… and splash in the huge pool at the JCC. This Sunday,
The Jewish Community Center of Austin is having a free open-house event. (This event is open to the community. You do not need to be a member to come and enjoy all of the JCC’s amenities.) Families can also enjoy live music, inflatables, snow-cones, and food for purchase. There will be drawings to win free swim lessons, a three month membership, personal training, and a massage.
Austin's Pool Summer Schedules
Summer 2008
With summer right around the corner, there is nothing more “authentically Austin” than taking a dip in one of the city’s local “swimming holes” (public pools). As we feel the temperatures rising, the countdown for opening-day begins. For a list of the city's summer pool schedule,
Click Here.
Our community has come together to support a mom who is losing her battle with cancer. A group of South Austin moms started www.AustinMomsUnited.com to support Sally Holcomb, a single mom, and her kids in the planning of their future. This Saturday, June 7th from 7:30-10:30am, Applebee's is hosting a fundraising event, “Enjoy a short stack for a tall cause”. Applebee’s is providing breakfast and coffee and other local businesses like Abrakadoodle and Lifetime Fitness will offer fun, outdoor activities for kids.
The event will raise money to help the immediate needs of Sally’s three kids.
Applebee’s is located at 5010 W. Hwy 290, (512) 892-1966. Tickets are $10 for adults and $3 for kids. If you want to purchase tickets or have any questions please contact Kristi Diaz at
kdiaz5000@gmail.com.
Details about Sally and her family can be found at
www.AustinMomsUnited.com.
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